The good news is the tumors in my lungs are stable for the most part. Minimal growth for some, shrinkage for others. If only that were the end of the story. It seems that I have a new little growth in the pelvic lining on my right side. It is very small, not even measurable really. But, this new little growth is keeping me from continuing on the study. I guess I've been lucky up to this point that things haven't spread. On the bright side, the rest of my organs are clear.
So, what to do now? I was handed the paperwork for a new study to read and consider before my appointment next Tuesday. I also have an appointment with my oncologist next Tuesday to discuss the possibility of starting the Adrimicin. We have some decisions to make. Right now, I'm leaning towards the Adrimicin. It's a known winner - at least in the past. I imagine we would get some good results with it. These studies are so unpredictable. I don't feel like I have time for unpredictability. That's just my opinion. When it comes right down to it, we need to make this a matter of prayer. We'll let the Lord guide the proceedings. After all, He knows better than all of us.
Until next Tuesday . . .
All we can do is put it in God's hands. He knows the plan. He says 'yes', and 'no', and 'perhaps I'll look into this further', and 'I have something much better in mind.' But every answer no matter what it is, is beneficial and goes along with his will for us...sometimes it takes so much time and patience to realize it.
ReplyDeleteHe can see what's on the other side of the corner but we can't because we haven't turned it yet.
Oh decisions... Sorry about the study, I wish you all the best in what is next to come. I was just reading today the scripture: "He doth nourish them, and strengthen them, and provide means whereby they can accomplish the thing He commanded them (1Nephi 17)"
ReplyDeleteYou are beautiful, brave, and strong!
~Eliza